Nutrition Education Blog

Make simple vegetables into YUMMY veggies for your kids!

By Josh Elliot | September 25, 2023

By Paloma Cortez Finding yourself trying to get your kids to eat more vegetables? Don’t feel alone! It is common among parents. So why don’t you try to make everyday…

Late Summer Side Dishes

By Josh Elliot | September 11, 2023

Written by Emily Lesky The end of the summer season is a great time of year to gather with family and friends to share a meal. While the focus may…

“SPRING” INTO HEALTH

By Josh Elliot | March 15, 2023

Written by: Maria Dinh Spring season has finally arrived! As we look forward to a warmer and brighter fresh start, perhaps it may also be a time to prioritize our…

NUTRITION DURING PREGNANCY

By Josh Elliot | March 1, 2023

Written by: Myriam Saidy Good nutrition before, during, and after pregnancy is essential and critically important for a healthy mom and baby. Making some dietary and lifestyle changes is needed…

PROTEIN SOURCES FOR VEGETARIANS

By Josh Elliot | February 15, 2023

Written By: Hannah Doerr Often there are many concerns about consuming enough protein when trying to follow a plant-centered diet. The question often comes up, “so what do I eat?”…

HOW TO MAKE A NUTRITIOUS SMOOTHIE

By Josh Elliot | February 1, 2023

Written by: Hannah Doerr Making a smoothie can be a fantastic way to meet our daily fruit and vegetable goals. Smoothies are easily customizable to your preferences and what ingredients…

CALCIUM FOR DAIRY INTOLERANCE

By Josh Elliot | January 18, 2023

Written by: Chelsea Hansen Most people know that calcium is an important nutrient to keep us strong. Not only is it essential for our bones and teeth, but calcium also…

HEALTHY NEW YEAR’S RESOLUTIONS

By Josh Elliot | January 4, 2023

Written by Olivia Barrera It’s that time of year again when we are revitalized and optimistic for a new year! Look ahead for healthy new year’s resolutions that you can…

BELL PEPPERS: THE UNDERRATED VEGGIES

By Josh Elliot | December 21, 2022

Written by Selena Goss Whenever you ask someone what their favorite vegetable is we usually get the fan favorites broccoli, tomatoes, or potatoes. Recently as an ice breaker, I was…

VITAMIN D IN WINTER MONTHS

By Josh Elliot | December 7, 2022

Written by: Jessica Kluz When we think of Vitamin D, some things that may come to mind are summer, sunshine, and spending time outside (hopefully with sunscreen!). We can get…

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